Job Description
The position handles the preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial schedules. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting to include reviewing and analyzing financial reports. Looking for time management skills, accountability, prompt follow through and ability to work and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
On-site work opportunity in our Chennai office.
Responsibilities
• Perform month-end and year-end accounting close duties including preparing journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
• Record and reconcile financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, prepaids, bank reconciliations, and general ledger entries
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data
• Perform financial analysis of accounting data to identify and explain significant fluctuations
• Prepare and analyze monthly reports for both internal and external use
• Respond to information requests from management
• Prepare and respond to requests related to quarterly reviews and the annual audit
• Work with team to implement process improvements with a focus on automation, scalability, and efficiency
• Support efforts related to new ERP implementation
• Assist with special projects and perform additional tasks as required
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field; CPA or pursuit of CPA would be a plus
• Minimum 2 years of experience in private or public accounting
• Strong knowledge of accounting procedures, internal controls, and accounting standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven fluency in English
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Prior experience with Oracle desired, but not required
• Ability to handle and keep confidential information with utmost care
• Ability to multi-task in a fast past environment and act with a sense of urgency
• Ability to work with competing priorities under tight guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in teams
• Ability to effectively communicate information to employees and management
Why You will Love Working for KLD
At KLD we invest in employees and their families by placing their wellbeing first. We offer competitive total compensation that includes base pay, bonus opportunity, inclusive benefits, wellness programs, and perks. We use market and industry data to inform pay decisions while considering geography and labor markets, individual experience, and business needs. India compensation is based upon the local competitive market.
India
• Paid time off, that offers various time off options to help employees maintain a work-life balance, such as Casual, Earned, Sick, Special Leave, and Holidays!
• Ongoing learning and development, a focus on continuous professional development through various training and education reimbursement programs.
• A diverse and inclusive workplace where we all learn, grow, and achieve the greatest heights…together.
• A surrounding team of mission-driven individuals who genuinely love what they do.
• Free, fun, interactive and incentivized global wellness program that promotes the wellbeing of our employees.
Our Cultural Values
Entrepreneurs At Heart, We Are a Customer First Team Sharing One Goal And One Vision. We Seek Team Members Who Are:
• Humble - No one is above another; we all work together to meet our clients’ needs and we acknowledge our own weaknesses
• Hungry - We all are driven internally to be successful and to continually expand our contribution and impact
• Smart - We use emotional intelligence when working with one another and with clients
Our culture shapes our actions, our products, and the relationships we forge with our customers.
Our Cultural Values
Entrepreneurs At Heart, We Are a Customer First Team Sharing One Goal And One Vision. We Seek Team Members Who Are:
• Humble - No one is above another; we all work together to meet our clients’ needs and we acknowledge our own weaknesses
• Hungry - We all are driven internally to be successful and to continually expand our contribution and impact
• Smart - We use emotional intelligence when working with one another and with clients
Our culture shapes our actions, our products, and the relationships we forge with our customers.
Who We Are
KLDiscovery provides technology-enabled services and software to help law firms, corporations, government agencies and consumers solve complex data challenges. The company, with offices in 26 locations across 17 countries, is a global leader in delivering best-in-class eDiscovery, information governance and data recovery solutions to support the litigation, regulatory compliance, internal investigation and data recovery and management needs of our clients.
Serving clients for over 30 years, KLDiscovery offers data collection and forensic investigation, early case assessment, electronic discovery and data processing, application software and data hosting for web-based document reviews, and managed document review services. In addition, through its global Ontrack Data Recovery business, KLDiscovery delivers world-class data recovery, email extraction and restoration, data destruction and tape management.
KLDiscovery has been recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in North America by both Inc. Magazine (Inc. 5000) and Deloitte (Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500) and CEO Chris Weiler has been honored as a past Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year™. Additionally, KLDiscovery is an Orange-level Relativity Best in Service Partner, a Relativity Premium Hosting Partner and maintains ISO/IEC 27001 Certified data centers.
KLDiscovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
On-site work opportunity in our Chennai office.
Responsibilities
• Perform month-end and year-end accounting close duties including preparing journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
• Record and reconcile financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, prepaids, bank reconciliations, and general ledger entries
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data
• Perform financial analysis of accounting data to identify and explain significant fluctuations
• Prepare and analyze monthly reports for both internal and external use
• Respond to information requests from management
• Prepare and respond to requests related to quarterly reviews and the annual audit
• Work with team to implement process improvements with a focus on automation, scalability, and efficiency
• Support efforts related to new ERP implementation
• Assist with special projects and perform additional tasks as required
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field; CPA or pursuit of CPA would be a plus
• Minimum 2 years of experience in private or public accounting
• Strong knowledge of accounting procedures, internal controls, and accounting standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven fluency in English
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Prior experience with Oracle desired, but not required
• Ability to handle and keep confidential information with utmost care
• Ability to multi-task in a fast past environment and act with a sense of urgency
• Ability to work with competing priorities under tight guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in teams
• Ability to effectively communicate information to employees and management
Why You will Love Working for KLD
At KLD we invest in employees and their families by placing their wellbeing first. We offer competitive total compensation that includes base pay, bonus opportunity, inclusive benefits, wellness programs, and perks. We use market and industry data to inform pay decisions while considering geography and labor markets, individual experience, and business needs. India compensation is based upon the local competitive market.
India
• Paid time off, that offers various time off options to help employees maintain a work-life balance, such as Casual, Earned, Sick, Special Leave, and Holidays!
• Ongoing learning and development, a focus on continuous professional development through various training and education reimbursement programs.
• A diverse and inclusive workplace where we all learn, grow, and achieve the greatest heights…together.
• A surrounding team of mission-driven individuals who genuinely love what they do.
• Free, fun, interactive and incentivized global wellness program that promotes the wellbeing of our employees.
Our Cultural Values
Entrepreneurs At Heart, We Are a Customer First Team Sharing One Goal And One Vision. We Seek Team Members Who Are:
• Humble - No one is above another; we all work together to meet our clients’ needs and we acknowledge our own weaknesses
• Hungry - We all are driven internally to be successful and to continually expand our contribution and impact
• Smart - We use emotional intelligence when working with one another and with clients
Our culture shapes our actions, our products, and the relationships we forge with our customers.
Our Cultural Values
Entrepreneurs At Heart, We Are a Customer First Team Sharing One Goal And One Vision. We Seek Team Members Who Are:
• Humble - No one is above another; we all work together to meet our clients’ needs and we acknowledge our own weaknesses
• Hungry - We all are driven internally to be successful and to continually expand our contribution and impact
• Smart - We use emotional intelligence when working with one another and with clients
Our culture shapes our actions, our products, and the relationships we forge with our customers.
Who We Are
KLDiscovery provides technology-enabled services and software to help law firms, corporations, government agencies and consumers solve complex data challenges. The company, with offices in 26 locations across 17 countries, is a global leader in delivering best-in-class eDiscovery, information governance and data recovery solutions to support the litigation, regulatory compliance, internal investigation and data recovery and management needs of our clients.
Serving clients for over 30 years, KLDiscovery offers data collection and forensic investigation, early case assessment, electronic discovery and data processing, application software and data hosting for web-based document reviews, and managed document review services. In addition, through its global Ontrack Data Recovery business, KLDiscovery delivers world-class data recovery, email extraction and restoration, data destruction and tape management.
KLDiscovery has been recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in North America by both Inc. Magazine (Inc. 5000) and Deloitte (Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500) and CEO Chris Weiler has been honored as a past Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year™. Additionally, KLDiscovery is an Orange-level Relativity Best in Service Partner, a Relativity Premium Hosting Partner and maintains ISO/IEC 27001 Certified data centers.
KLDiscovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Staff Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Chennai offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.